Social Worker/ Admissions Weekends

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

10% defined contribution retirement计划

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

National Health Care Associates is seeking a Weekend Social Worker/Admissions in West Hartford to advocate for residents' well-being and coordinate care with families and the interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes counseling, crisis intervention, and developing person-centered care plans.

Join our family-run organization dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in social work, state licensure, and experience in long-term care or geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Current licensure or certification as a Social Worker in the state of employment.
• Experience in Long-Term Care, geriatrics, or related field.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Empathy, compassion, and a commitment to person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify residents' social, emotional, and environmental needs.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families, offering guidance on coping strategies and transitions.
• Advocate for residents' rights and preferences in care planning and decision-making processes.
• Connect residents and their families with community resources, support services, and advocacy organizations.
• Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.

Skills

Counseling skills

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Empathy and compassion

Education

Master’s degree in social work

State licensure as Social Worker

Job description

Hebrew is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates and one of the finest centers in the state of CT. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

A Great Place to Work

Location: 1 Abrahms Boulevard, West Hartford, Connecticut, 06117

Weekend Social Worker/ Admissions

What You'll Do:

As a Social Worker, you will advocate for the well-being of our residents and ensure their holistic needs are met. Your work will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life of our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Social Worker:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify residents' social, emotional, and environmental needs, as well as strengths and preferences
• Collaborate with residents, their families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans that address social, emotional, and psychological concerns
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and their families, offering guidance on coping strategies, adjustment to care transitions, and decision-making processes
• Serve as a strong advocate for residents' rights and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and decision-making processes
• Connect residents and their families with community resources, support services, and advocacy organizations to address social, financial, and legal needs
• Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations, such as grief and loss, family conflicts, or changes in health status

If you are passionate about playing a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life of our residents, in an environment where expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a Social Worker.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Hebrew team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Social Worker include:

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited program
• Current licensure or certification as a Social Worker in the state of employment
• Previous experience in Long-Term Care, geriatrics, or a related field
• Strong assessment, counseling, and crisis intervention skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Empathy, compassion, and a commitment to person-centered care

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.